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3 bed House - terraced
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BR/BA:
3 BR, 1 BA
Location:
Durham, Co. Durham
Description:
A CHARMING TRADITIONAL COTTAGE.... Set within the historic village of Old Shotton lies a hidden gem, originally the Blacksmith's smithy and known locally as The Forge this awe inspiring residence offers a wealth of traditional character evolved over 300 years. The accommodation overlooks the attractive village green and includes three well appointed bedrooms and a loft space, two reception rooms, a breakfasting kitchen, utility / Wc, a family bathroom and wonderful patio style gardens to the rear.
DIRECTIONS
Traveling southbound on the A19 take the third junction signposted Peterlee ( just before the Castle Eden junction ) onto Passfield Way. At the roundabout turn first left signposted Old Shotton. The property lies on the edge of the Village Green towards the top of this road.
HISTORICAL INFORMATION
Old Shotton dates back to at least AD900 and from 1165 it was known as Scitton with an old english translation of 'the Scotts'. It was owned by the Manor of Easington which in turn was under the jurisdiction of the Prince Bishops of Durham. The farm land on which the village has always stood evolved further when in 1756 Joseph Brandling a wealthy Gosforth coal owner, married Mary Thompson and built Shotton Hall as their home. Incidentally, where recently part of what is believed to be the remains a gold Roman armlet have been found. Two years later Rowland Burdon, a wealthy merchant banker purchased Castle Eden estate. His son married Brandling's daughter so that eventually both the Old Shotton and Castle Eden estates passed to the Burdon family.
Later, another Burdon commissioned the Old Shotton Sunderland to Stockton turnpike, which now sits alongside the A19 Trunk road and made the location in those times an important gathering point for trade and sports on the village green.
Routine maintenance and improvements to the smithy cottage have covered the stone facade and most of the traditional beamed ceilings are still in situ although concealed, yet, the character of the residence is still evident with the deep window recesses and quaint nooks and crannies.
ACCOMMODATION
This beautiful traditional residence offers a wealth of accommodation to suit even the most discerning of buyers to include a modern gas central heating system via a combination boiler with a good energy rating ( contained in the EPC ), double glazing throughout the home and an outstanding rear patio garden for Al-Fresco dining and entertaining during the summer months. Internally the residence includes an entrance hall which opens into the attractive lounge. Doors from the lounge open into the breakfasting kitchen and the dining room respectively which in turn provide an open plan aspect leading to two patio doors and ultimately into the lovely rear patio gardens with water features and a most private backdrop. The ground floor Wc and the utility room can be accessed from the kitchen and the first floor landing from a staircase leading from the lounge. To the first floor there are three well appointed bedrooms, the family bathroom and suitable space for ensuite facilities if needed. Easy access to the loft area can be gained via the landing area.
ENTRANCE
Located to the front of this delightful home accessed directly off the village green the entrance hallway incorporates traditional wooden panelled walls and a partially glazed internal door providing accessibility into the lounge.
LOUNGE 6.61m x 4.29m (21'8' x 14'1')
This inspiring principle reception located to the front of the residence is provided with attractive views over the village green which is listed with English Heritage. The reception exudes traditional characteristics with a stunning black cast iron wood burning stove ideal for relaxation in front of a living fire on those cold winter months. Further accompaniments include two radiators and a quaint twisting newel posted spindle staircase cascading from the first floor. Access to the dining room and the breakfasting kitchen can be gained respectively via deeply recessed internal doors.
LOG BURNING STOVE
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DINING ROOM 3.71m x 2.99m (12'2' x 9'10')
Spectacularly placed at the rear of the residence this imposing reception has been facilitated as a further family room in the past due to its delightful setting onto the private gardens via double glazed patio doors and for its individualistic qualities including a vaulted ceiling recessed with a double glazed velux window and coordinated spotlighting. Further attributes include wooden effect laminated flooring, a radiator and an open access to the breakfasting kitchen.
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KITCHEN 3.98m x 3.30m (13'1' x 10'10')
Located to the rear of the residence and positioned adjacent to and offering accessibility into the utility room, dining room and lounge the kitchen uniformly becomes the heart of this stunning home. With an eye for detail the current owners have planned every part of the kitchen to provide a space for a formal dining area if the current dining room was to be facilitated as a family room and a less formal breakfasting bar area set around the existing kitchen. A double glazed velux window set to the vaulted ceiling reflects the concurrent theme running throughout the entire rear of the residence complimented with a range of contemporary fitted wall and floor cabinets finished in an Oak colour with contrasting laminated work surfaces integrating a stainless steel sink/drainer unit and mixer taps. Further attributes include a double glazed window which provides welcoming views over the rear enclosed walled gardens and a continuation of the laminated flooring from the dining room. Integral appliances to be included are an electric oven, a halogen hob with an overhead extractor hood and suitable space for a fridge freezer.
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UTILITY ROOM
Nestled off the delightful kitchen this most useful room offers standage for a larger fridge freezer, plumbing for an automatic washing machine and a wall mounted Baxi combination gas boiler. Further attributes include a double glazed window, feature laminated flooring, a radiator and an exterior door to the rear patio gardens and off street parking facility.
GROUND FLOOR WC
A splendid asset this ground floor Wc situated off the utility room offers a low level Wc and laminated flooring which contines from the utility room.
HALF LANDING
A quaint and charming half landing which will win the hearts of even the most of discerning buyers featuring a small yet classical window looking into the dining reception, certainly not to be missed on viewings.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
A quaint landing area offering accessibility to the three bedrooms, family bathroom and a door providing access to the loft. Further accompaniments include a twisting newel posted stairwell to the ground floor principle reception.
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MASTER BEDROOM 4.07m x 2.56m (13'4' x 8'5')
Situated to the front of this exceptional residence this wonderful master double bedroom is provided with exquisite views of the village green and surrounding homes. Further accompaniments include a radiator and a double glazed window.
SECOND BEDROOM 3.34m x 2.35m (10'11' x 7'9')
Located to the rear of the home this lovely second double bedroom features a double glazed dorma window petruding from pitch on the existing roof area aiding the cottage charactor of the property. Further accompanimnets include a radiator.
THIRD BEDROOM 2.47m x 2.72m (8'1' x 8'11')
This delightful room lies in parallel with the master bedroom at the front of the residence incorporating the pleasant scenic views accros the village green. Furthermore, the room offers a radiator and a double glazed window.
FAMILY BATHROOM
A lovely 'L' shaped family bathroom encompassing a charming three piece suite comprising of a low level W/c, a pedestal hand wash basin and a panelled bath fitted with contemporary shower mixer taps. Additional attributes include partially tiled walls, a radiator and a double glazed window positioned to the rear elevation.
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EXTERNAL
To the front of this mature residence lies 'The Village Green' of Old Shotton, registered as an English Heritage site due to the historical significance of this unique setting. The grounds are expertly maintained by the local authority with various shrubs and mature trees which help the ecstatic nature of the village.
To the rear the current owners have created a welcoming private walled retreat with a lower than average maintenance patio garden to the rear offering more time for those lazy summer days in relaxation and Al-Fresco dining. The grounds are subdivided in various sections which flow into one another incorporating an authentic Gazebo set within honeysuckle and climbing roses leading onto a lovely raised fishpond with various features and pumping mechanism. The grounds finally end at the wrought iron gated off street parking driveway.
PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTION ACT
These particulars have been prepared in all good faith to give a fair overall view of the property and must not be relied upon as statements or representation of fact. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the content of these particulars. We have not tested any services, appliances, equipment or facilities and nothing in these particulars should be deemed to be a statement that they are in good working order or that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise. It should not be assumed that any contents/furnishings/furniture etc. photographed are included in the sale, nor that the property remains as displayed in the photograph(s). No assumption should be made with regard to parts of the property that have not been photographed. Any areas, measurements or distances referred to are as a GUIDE ONLY and NOT precise. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulations or other consents. Where any reference is made to planning permission or potential uses such information is given in good faith. These particulars do not for any part of an offer of a contract and neither the agent nor their employees have any authority to make or give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property.
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Property Type:
Single-Family Houses
Amenities:
Patio/Deck
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